Sports
With the 2012 Olympic Games on this horizon, sports issues are at the forefront of our minds.
Hardwicke has a burgeoning practice resolving disputes in the sports sector. Our members advise all manner of sports organisations including governing bodies, sponsors, merchandisers, broadcasters, associations and clubs as well as individual sportspeople, athletes and club members. The team has experience in the broad spectrum of sports ranging from football and rugby union to athletics, cycling and swimming.
Hardwicke also includes a specialised Equine Team handling all manner of horse-related issues such as employers’ liability, injury and veterinary negligence.
Hardwicke has a broad client base including:
• Football clubs
• Premiership footballers
• Rugby clubs
• Swimming associations
• Athletes
• Coaches
• Stadium operators
The team at Hardwicke understands the sports sector both legally and from a commercial point of view. Our multi-disciplinary practice comprises experts in employment matters, contractual disputes, intellectual property, personal injury, regulatory matters, clinical negligence, occupiers’ liability and sponsorship activities.
For more information on any of our sports legal services or barristers who practice in this field, please call our practice team on 020 7242 2523 or email enquiries@hardwicke.co.uk